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The Truth About Joining A Board | Grit in the Boardroom

May 28, 2026 / 01:10

This episode discusses valuable strategies for new board members during their first 90 days. Key topics include building relationships, understanding board dynamics, and self-compassion.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of being kind to oneself when joining a board, especially for first-time members. The host shares insights on the initial challenges faced during the first few days and the significance of establishing chemistry with fellow board members.

Listeners are encouraged to focus on relationship-building as a crucial aspect of their early contributions. The discussion highlights how modern boards are evolving and the need for new members to adapt to these changes.

TLDR

New board members should focus on relationships and self-compassion in their first 90 days.

Episode

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What would you say would be some valuable things for somebody to bring to the table if they're joining a board,
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maybe in the first 90 days? What would you say that they should really be thinking about and
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working on? And joining a board can be a daunting thing. I mean, it it is daunting to the
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even to the most confident and especially if it's your first rodeo, your first board and stuff. And um
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you know, it's I would say almost be kind to yourself. You will wobble. You know, any board or any position I've
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gone into, you know, the the first few days you're trying to not even the first
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few days. I mean, the as you say the 90 first 90 days or whatever, you're finding your feet. You're understanding
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your building chemistry with others. Those relationships are really important and will put you in stand you in good
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stead moving on forward. The modern boards these days or the way the boards are evolving all the experience you've
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Episode Highlights

  • Navigating Board Membership
    Joining a board can be daunting, especially for first-timers. It's important to be kind to yourself during this transition.
    “Joining a board can be a daunting thing.”
    @ 00m 17s
    May 28, 2026

Episode Quotes

  • Joining a board can be a daunting thing.
    The Truth About Joining A Board | Grit in the Boardroom
  • Be kind to yourself. You will wobble.
    The Truth About Joining A Board | Grit in the Boardroom
  • Building chemistry with others is really important.
    The Truth About Joining A Board | Grit in the Boardroom

Key Moments

  • First Board Challenges00:17
  • Be Kind to Yourself00:31
  • Building Relationships00:49